Area Code 516 – Xuzhou, Jiangsu
The phone area code for Xuzhou, Jiangsu is 516 (international format +86516). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 516
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📍 Geographic Location of Xuzhou, Jiangsu
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The +86 516 country and area code combination corresponds to Xuzhou, a prefecture-level city located in the northwestern part of Jiangsu Province, China. Xuzhou is a significant transportation hub and industrial center, serving as a gateway between eastern and central China. The 516 area code covers the entire administrative region of Xuzhou, including its urban districts (such as Yunlong, Gulou, Quanshan, and Jiawang) and surrounding counties and county-level cities (including Fengxian, Peixian, Suining, Pizhou, and Xinyi).
Dialing Formats and Procedures
For callers within China (domestic long-distance), the number is dialed as 0516 XXXX XXXX, where the leading '0' is the domestic trunk prefix. For international callers, the number is dialed as +86 516 XXXX XXXX (or 0086 516 XXXX XXXX from many countries). The local subscriber number in Xuzhou is eight digits long, and the total length of a national significant number (NSN) is 11 digits (excluding the trunk prefix).
When dialing locally within Xuzhou, the area code is often omitted, and only the eight-digit subscriber number is used. However, for clarity and to avoid issues with number portability or mobile calls, it is recommended to always include the area code when dialing from a mobile phone.
Numbering Plan and Overlays
China's numbering plan follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations. The area code 516 is a geographic code assigned to Xuzhou. As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for Xuzhou; the city continues to use 516 as its sole geographic area code. The assignment of geographic codes is managed by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) of China, ensuring that each geographic region has a unique code for routing calls efficiently.
Caller Instructions
For local callers (within Xuzhou): Dial the eight-digit subscriber number directly. If you are using a landline and need to call another landline in the same city, omit the area code. For mobile-to-landline calls, it is advisable to include the area code to ensure proper routing.
For domestic callers outside Xuzhou: Dial 0516 followed by the eight-digit subscriber number. This applies to both landline and mobile callers.
For international callers: Dial your country's international access prefix (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then 86 (China's country code), then 516, and finally the eight-digit subscriber number. Example: From the US, dial 011 86 516 XXXX XXXX.
It is important to note that when calling from abroad, the leading '0' of the domestic trunk prefix is not used; only the country code and area code are required.
Practical Examples
- Local call within Xuzhou: 8371 2345
- Domestic call from Beijing to Xuzhou: 0516 8371 2345
- International call from the US to Xuzhou: 011 86 516 8371 2345
- International call from the UK to Xuzhou: 00 86 516 8371 2345
Understanding the correct dialing format ensures seamless connectivity and avoids call failures or misrouting.